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Preparedness Overview
Learn the basics. Then take action.
Hazard vs. Disaster
Hazard
An event with the potential to cause harm
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Human Environment
People, homes, and communities
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Disaster
When a hazard significantly affects people
A hurricane over the ocean is a hazard. When it hits a populated coast, it becomes a disaster.
Four Phases of Emergency Management
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Knowledge Check
Which phase includes gathering supplies and creating an emergency plan?